And Cruz’ dad is an American citizen, with American values, allegiance, and loyalty.
A key point is that when Cruz was very small (IIRC when 4 years old) his folks came back to America and settled in Texas; this shows their loyalties.
And he was raised by his mom and dad, solid Americans.... his mom was and is American by birth, his dad was American by heart, and later made it official.
In this instance one must look further than only the legal definitions, and look at the spirit of what the issue was, with which the Founders of this nation were concerned .
They, as was mentioned upthread, were concerned that a person with foreign loyalties, influence, and connections would try to run for the highest office in the land.
There is no concern that Cruz would take allegiance with Canada or ..... Communist Cuba... quite the opposite.
Look at what he has said and done; there is no question whatsoever as to Cruz’ loyalty, or his citizenship.
This is language I hear liberals use to justify there reading- in-to the constitution frequently.